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  • Xyosted (testosterone enanthate)
    Testosterone enanthate
  • Xyosted (testosterone enanthate)
    Testosterone enanthate

  • Summary of Xyosted vs. Delatestryl

    Summary for Testosterone replacement
    Prescription only

    Xyosted (testosterone enanthate) is a testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). It's used in adult males to treat low testosterone levels. It comes as an autoinjector for home use, allowing you to self-inject under the skin (subcutaneously) in the stomach once a week. Side effects can include headache and bruising at the injection site. Currently, it's only available as a brand-name medication since no generic version is available.

    Summary for Testosterone replacement
    Prescription only

    Testosterone enanthate is a testosterone replacement therapy. It's mainly used in males to treat low testosterone levels and delayed puberty. It's also FDA-approved in females for treating metastatic breast cancer, but it's not a first-choice option for this condition. Testosterone enanthate is given as a deep injection into the muscle of the buttock, typically every 2 to 4 weeks by a healthcare professional (HCP). Side effects can include acne and pain or swelling at the injection site.

  • Indications of Xyosted vs. Delatestryl

    Indications for
    •Low testosterone (hypogonadism)
    Indications for
    •Low testosterone (hypogonadism) in males
    •Delayed puberty in males
    •Metastatic breast cancer that have spread to the bones in females who've started menopause in the past 1 to 5 years

  • Pros and Cons of Xyosted vs. Delatestryl

    Pros and Const for Testosterone replacement
    Pros
    •Available as a ready-to-use autoinjector, so you don't need to draw up the medication
    •Available in many different strengths
    •Only needs to be given once a week
    •Can be injected at home
    Cons
    •Can cause high blood pressure, which can lead to serious heart conditions
    •Requires regular blood tests to monitor testosterone
    •Contains sesame oil, so not a good option if you have an allergy to sesame
    •Only available as a brand medication
    Pros and Const for Testosterone replacement
    Pros
    •Starts to work in 1-3 days to raise testosterone levels
    •Only needs to be used once every 2 to 4 weeks
    •Can be injected at home for some people
    •Available in a lower-cost, generic form
    Cons
    •In females, can cause the development of male features, including deepening of the voice, acne, absence of menstrual periods, and more facial and body hair
    •Needs to be injected into the buttock muscle
    •Only available as an injection
    •Contains sesame oil, so might not be a good option if you have an allergy to sesame

  • Common Side Effects of Xyosted vs. Delatestryl

    Common Side Effects for
    •High red blood cell count (14%)
    •High blood pressure (13%)
    •Rise in prostate-specific antigen (PSA, (12%)
    •Injection site bruising (7%)
    •Headache (5%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Males

    •Enlargement of male breasts
    •Acne
    •More erections
    •Pain at the injection site

    Females

    •Deepening of the voice
    •Acne
    •Absence of or irregular menstrual periods
    •More hair on the face and body
    •Pain at the injection site

  • Warnings of Xyosted vs. Delatestryl

    Common Side Effects for
    •High blood pressure
    •Risk of blood clots, including heart attack or stroke
    •Prostate problems
    •Potential for misuse, dependency, and addiction
    •Liver problems
    •Swelling in the legs or arms (edema)
    •Sleep apnea
    •High calcium in the blood
    •Suicidal thoughts and behavior
    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of blood clots, including heart attack or stroke
    •Prostate problems
    •Potential for misuse, dependency, and addiction
    •Liver problems
    •Low sperm count
    •Swelling in the legs or arms (edema)
    •High calcium levels in the blood
    •Fast bone maturation in children
    •Severe allergic reactions

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